What is the modulus of casting for a cylinder?
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D / 6.
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What is the modulus of casting for a cylinder?
D / 6.
What are the advantages of shell casting?
Dimensional accuracy, smoother surface finish, ability to cast very thin sections, and requires a small amount of sand.
What is the primary mechanism of Water Jet Machining?
A narrow jet of water is directed at high pressure and velocity.
What does the velocity triangle help determine in metal cutting?
The relationship between cutting speeds and angles.
What does Fig. 1.7 illustrate?
Different types of views of cutting tools.
What type of welding machines are good for manual welding?
Constant current welding machines.
What is the formula for average roughness (Ra) in an ideal surface?
Ra = (4 * tan(cot(s) * e * h * f * C) + C) / 4.
What is investment casting?
A process where ceramics are formed around wax patterns to create a casing for molten metal.
What force is applied to the tool in Ultrasonic Machining?
A downward feed force, F.
What distinguishes upset welding from other welding techniques?
It produces coalescence over the entire area of abutting surfaces by heat obtained from resistance to electric current.
What is cutting shear strain (ϵ)?
The magnitude of strain that develops along the shear plane due to machining action.
What is the voltage range used in spot resistance welding?
0.5 to 10 V.
What should the arc length be equal to in arc welding?
Rod diameter.
Where is the maximum heat generated in resistance welding?
At the interface between the two plates being joined.
What does the Merchant Circle Diagram (MCD) represent?
It illustrates the force relations in orthogonal cutting.
What does ECM stand for in machining?
Electro Chemical Machining.
What is shell casting?
A process where sand mixed with thermosetting resin is allowed to contact a heated metal pattern to form a shell.
What is the definition of gating ratio?
Gating ratio is defined as the ratio of sprue area to runner area to ingate area.
What are the limitations of shell casting?
Expensive patterns, small size castings only, cannot obtain highly complicated shapes, and requires sophisticated equipment.
Why is the sprue tapered?
The sprue is tapered to gradually reduce the cross section and eliminate the problem of air aspiration.
What is the modulus of casting for a cube?
D / 6.
What is the geometry of a single point turning tool?
It refers to the shape and angles of the cutting tool used in turning operations.
What is the casting process?
A process in which molten metal flows by gravity or other force into a mold where it solidifies in the shape of the mold cavity.
What is the main feature of Laser Beam Welding (LBW)?
It utilizes heat from a high-power concentrated laser beam to melt metal interfaces.
What does the variable 'Q' represent in the MRR equation for AJM?
Flow rate of abrasives.
What is sand casting?
A specific type of casting process that uses sand as the mold material.
What is the chip thickness ratio (r) formula?
r = ct / c0 = sin(φ) / cos(φ - α).
What does Fig. 1.6 represent?
A single point cutting tool.
What is Water Jet Machining (WJM)?
A non-traditional machining method that uses a narrow jet of water directed at high pressure and velocity against the surface of a workpiece.
What is the typical value of the shear zone thickness in turning?
1/10th or 10% of the shear plane length.
What does MRR stand for in the context of Water Jet Machining?
Material Removal Rate.
What does the variable 'D' represent in the MRR equation for AJM?
Mean diameter of abrasives.
How does the width of the cutting edge compare to the workpiece width in orthogonal machining?
The cutting edge is wider than the workpiece width and extends beyond the workpiece on either side.
What are the two types of sprue designs mentioned?
Straight sprue and tapered sprue.
What is the modulus of casting for a sphere?
D / 6.
What is percussion welding?
A welding technique similar to flash welding that uses a rapid discharge of stored electrical energy to create an intense arc for a very short duration.
When should risers solidify in relation to the casting?
Risers must solidify after the casting.
What does E s represent in the context of EDM?
Spark energy, calculated as E s = (1/2) × C × V c^2 / cycle.
What is a characteristic of a carburizing flame?
It can carburize metal.
What is Electric Arc Welding?
A welding process where an arc is generated between cathode and anode to establish the flow of current.
What is the relationship between cutting speed (v) and diameter (D) in turning?
v = π * D * N, where N is the spindle speed.
What does the ECM formula relate to?
It relates the weight of a material to current and time.
When is a Split Pattern or Two-Piece Pattern used?
For intricate castings where withdrawal from the mould is difficult.
What causes tool wear during machining?
Sliding of the tool along the machined surface and temperature rise.
What is straight polarity in Electric Arc Welding?
When DC is used and the work is positive (the anode of the circuit).
What is the primary method discussed in section 2.1 of the GATE WALLAH Mechanical Handbook?
Electro Chemical Machining (ECM).
What does AJM stand for in non-traditional machining methods?
Abrasive Jet Machining.
What is the frequency range at which the tool vibrates in Ultrasonic Machining (USM)?
19 to 25 kHz.
What is the amplitude range of the tool's vibration in Ultrasonic Machining?
15 to 50 μm.
What is projection welding?
A welding process that uses heat generated by electric current to join metal pieces, capable of welding thicker materials than spot welding.
What is the time constant (τ) of the relaxation circuit in EDM?
τ = R c × C.
What is the typical current range used in spot resistance welding?
Up to 100,000 A.
How does flash welding differ from upset welding?
Flash welding uses arc heating instead of resistance heating.
What is welding?
A process by which two materials, usually metals, are permanently joined together by coalescence induced by temperature, pressure, and metallurgical conditions.
What does the final microstructure of welded materials depend on?
Cooling rate.
What type of sand should core sand be compared to moulding sand?
Core sand should be of higher strength than moulding sand.
What is oxyacetylene welding commonly referred to as?
Gas welding.
What condition must be met for the riser to solidify last according to Caine's Method?
x must be greater than 1.
What is represented by F_s in the Merchant Circle Diagram?
Shear force.
What are the variables in Taylor's Tool Life Equation?
V (cutting speed), T (time), n (exponent), C (constant).
What is the purpose of the coating on arc welding electrodes?
To prevent contamination of the electrode.
What does OFW stand for in welding?
Oxy-fuel welding (fusion welding).
What is the formula for chip velocity (Vc)?
Vc = Vchip / Vtool.
What is a key advantage of True Centrifugal Casting?
Mechanical properties of centrifugally cast jobs are better compared to other processes.
What is Friction Welding (FRW)?
A solid-state welding process that generates heat through mechanical friction between workpieces in relative motion.
What thickness does the shell in shell casting typically have?
About 3.5 mm.
What is the formula for peak to valley roughness (h) in an ideal surface?
h = tan(cot(s) * e * f * C) + C.
What is the modulus of casting for a long bar?
2(ab / (a + b)).
What is the significance of the un-deformed chip thickness in turning?
It helps in understanding the cutting process and tool engagement.
What is a characteristic of Hot Chamber Die Casting?
The die casting alloy is melted in a furnace located within the equipment.
What does SCC represent in welding?
Short circuit current.
What materials are used in Plaster Casting?
A slurry of plaster, water, and various additives.
In orthogonal machining, how many directions do the cutting forces act?
The cutting forces act along two directions only.
What is Loam Moulding?
A process using artificially composed loam made of brick-clay and sharp sand, restricted to forms that cannot be cast conveniently in other processes.
What does the Naval Research Laboratory method define to replace the freezing ratio?
A shape factor.
What distinguishes resistance seam welding from spot resistance welding?
Resistance seam welding uses wheel-shaped electrodes and the workpiece rolls between them.
What is the purpose of a Gated Pattern?
To integrate the gating and runner system with the pattern, improving productivity by eliminating hand cutting.
What is the formula for total solidification time according to Chvorinov's rule?
Total solidification time (t_s) = n * (V_B / A), where n = 1.5 to 2.0.
Where is the majority of heat generated in Electric Arc Welding?
65% to 75% heat is generated at the anode.
How is specific cutting pressure (P_c) calculated?
P_c = F_c / A, where F_c is the cutting force and A is the cross-section area of the undeformed chip.
What are 'a', 'b', and 'c' in Caine's Method?
Constants used in the equation for calculating x.
What does a Cope and Drag Pattern consist of?
Two halves of the pattern along with gating and riser systems, attached to plates with alignment pins.
What type of electrical process is ECG?
A low-voltage high-current electrical process.
What is the suggested duty cycle for manual welding?
60%.
How is modulus defined in the context of casting?
Modulus = Volume / Surface area.
What is the shear strain rate in metal cutting?
ε̇ = V_s / t_s, where t_s is the thickness of the shear zone.
What is the relationship between Material Removal Rate (MRR) and flow rate of abrasives in AJM?
MRR is proportional to QD, where Q is the flow rate of abrasives and D is the mean diameter of abrasives.
What is the typical depth to width ratio for joints produced by Laser Beam Welding?
Ranging between 4 and 10.
What is the formula for peak to valley roughness (h) in a practical surface with nose radius R?
h = 2 * 8 * f * R.
What factors can affect the Material Removal Rate (MRR) in Water Jet Machining?
Different parameters such as pressure, velocity, and nozzle design.
How is MRR calculated for an alloy in ECM?
MRR = (3 eq EI cm^3)/(F sec) where eq = (100 F ρ)/(Σ i xi 100 x v and E A)
What does T_c represent in the context of metal cutting economics?
Tool changing time (in minutes).
What is the wear rate in the primary wear zone?
The wear rate is constant.
What are the major characteristics of submerged arc welding?
High welding speeds and high deposition rates.
How does wear change in the tertiary wear zone?
Wear gradually increases.
What is a Single Piece Pattern?
An inexpensive and the simplest type of pattern.
What does Chvorinov's rule state about riser shape?
A good riser shape has a long freezing time, meaning a small surface area per unit volume.
What is the principle behind electro slag welding?
It generates heat by an electric current passing between a consumable electrode and the workpiece through molten slag.
What is the approximate temperature of a carburizing flame?
About 3000°C.
What is the formula for shear velocity (Vs)?
Vs = Vchip / Vmaterial.
What is the process of True Centrifugal Casting?
Molten metal is introduced into a rotating mold and held against the mold wall by centrifugal force until solidified.
What is Faraday's constant in the ECM formula?
96,500 coulombs.
What components make up the machining cost (C_m)?
Labour cost and overhead cost per minute.
What is the extended or modified Taylor's equation used for?
To account for depth of cut and feed rate in tool life calculations.
What is a Match Plate Pattern?
A pattern where cope and drag patterns, along with gating and riser ring, are mounted on a single matching plate.
What is the purpose of using an inert gas in welding?
To drive away other atmospheric gases from the weld zone.
What is the relationship for the actual cutting force R in orthogonal cutting?
R = F_c * t * F * sin(α) + F * cos(α).
What does the ASTM grain size number indicate?
Low numbers mean a few massive grains; high numbers refer to many small grains.
What is the formula for the friction angle φ according to Merchant Analysis?
φ = (4/2) * π * (α + β) - (b).
What are the disadvantages of arc blow?
What is a key characteristic of Explosion Welding?
It is done at room temperature and can occur in air, water, or vacuum.
What does 't top' represent in the top gate design?
Filling time in the top gate.
What is Electron Beam Welding (EBW)?
A process where a beam of electrons is magnetically focused on the work piece in a vacuum chamber.
What is the purpose of a sprue in casting?
The sprue is the channel through which molten metal is brought into the parting plane to enter the runners and gates, ultimately reaching the mould cavity.
What is the principle behind Electrochemical Machining (ECM)?
It is the reverse of electroplating.
What is the formula for Material Removal Rate (MRR) for pure metal in ECM?
MRR = (3 AI cm^3)/(vF sec) = (3 EI cm^3)/(F sec)
What is the definition of OCV?
The maximum rated voltage between open terminals under no loading conditions.
What is Squeeze Casting?
A process where molten metal is poured into an open face die, and a punch applies pressure while the part solidifies.
What does the equation I = (V - ∆V) / R represent in ECM?
It represents the current (I) in terms of applied voltage (V), over voltage (∆V), and resistance (R).
What is the relationship for cutting strain (ϵ)?
ϵ = cot(φ) * tan(φ - α).
What type of flame is produced with excess fuel in welding?
Carburizing flame.
Why are velocities needed in the cutting zone?
To obtain power estimates.
What does A_c represent in the context of Metal Removal Rate?
A_c is the cross-section area of the uncut chip (mm²).
Which non-traditional machining method has the highest metal removal rate?
Electrochemical Machining (ECM).
What gases are primarily used in oxyacetylene welding?
Oxygen and acetylene.
What is the advantage of a Hot Blast Cupola?
It preheats the air blast using flue gases, resulting in higher temperatures than conventional cupolas.
What are external chills used for in casting?
To accelerate the cooling of various regions and promote directional solidification.
What is the relationship between the solidification times of different shapes?
T_sp : T_cy : T_cu = 1 : 0.763 : 0.649.
How can shrinkage cavities be compensated for in casting?
By proper feeding of liquid metal and placing risers in the mold.
What are the main types of pattern allowances?
Shrinkage, draft, machining, distortion, and rapping allowances.
What are internal chills and their purpose?
Pieces of metal placed within the mold cavity to absorb heat and promote rapid solidification.
What is liquid shrinkage?
The reduction in volume when metal changes from liquid to solid state.
What are the drawbacks of a long arc in welding?
Is turning considered orthogonal cutting?
No, turning is not orthogonal cutting (2-D).
What is a Follow Board Pattern used for?
For castings with structurally weak portions that need support during ramming.
What is a pattern in casting?
A replica of the final object to be made, with some modifications.
What type of electrode is used in Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)/MIG?
A consumable electrode.
What is the purpose of a high-pressure oxygen jet in gas cutting?
To burn the metal and blow it away, causing the cut (kerf).
What is the formula for the velocity triangle in metal cutting?
sin(2v) = sin(2s) * (v/cos(φ - α))
What is the maximum value of the thickness of the shear zone?
25 microns.
What type of welding machines are suitable for automatic welding?
Constant voltage machines.
What is the formula for wear ratio in Electro Discharge Machining (EDM)?
Wear ratio = Volume of metal removed from work / Volume of metal removed from tool.
In ECM, what role does the work-piece play?
The work-piece is made the anode.
What is the formula for average roughness (Ra) in a practical surface with nose radius R?
Ra = 2 * 18 * 3 * f * R.
What is the charging current formula in the EDM process?
i c = (1 / R) × V 0 × e^(-t/τ).
How is the heat generated in the gap during fluid flow analysis calculated?
H = I² × R, where I is the current and R is the resistance of the electrolyte in the gap.
What is the significance of C_t in metal cutting?
Tooling cost (in Rs. per servicing or replacement).
What does Caine's Method relate to in casting?
The freezing ratio, which is the ratio of cooling characteristics of casting to the riser.
What characteristic should manual arc welding equipment have?
Drooping characteristics to maintain constant current when arc length changes.
What are chills used for in casting?
To increase the cooling rate of castings.
What parameters are involved in the relaxation circuit for generating pulses in EDM?
Open circuit voltage (V 0), charging resistance (R), and capacitance (C).
What does 'v' stand for in the ECM calculations?
v stands for valency.
What is the order of Heat Affected Zone (HAZ) from least to most for different welding processes?
Laser beam welding < MIG welding < Submerged arc welding < Arc welding.
What is the principal fuel gas employed in oxyacetylene welding?
Acetylene (C2H2).
What is the height of the sand specimen in the casting process?
5.08 cm.
What does the duty cycle in welding equipment specify?
The number of minutes within a 10-minute period a welder can safely produce a particular welding current.
Is pressure involved in Oxy-fuel welding?
No, pressure is not involved.
Why must the arc length in welding be kept short?
What type of cutting does turning represent?
Turning is 3-D cutting.
What does the permeability of a core refer to?
The ability of gases to escape through the core.
What is solid shrinkage?
The reduction in volume when a metal loses temperature in the solid state.
When is an oxidizing flame used?
When welding some nonferrous alloys such as copper-base alloys and zinc base alloys.
What is the significance of Electro Chemical Machining?
It is a non-traditional machining method.
What is the primary force used in the casting process?
Gravity or other forces.
What happens to molten metal in the casting process?
It solidifies in the shape of the mold cavity.
What does OCV stand for in welding?
Open circuit voltage.
What does the equation h_t = H signify in bottom gate design?
It indicates that the height of the top gate equals the height of the bottom gate.
What is the purpose of the tool's vibration in Ultrasonic Machining?
To facilitate the machining process.
What is the relationship between the chip velocity and the cutting edge in orthogonal cutting?
The chip generated flows on the rake face of the tool with chip velocity perpendicular to the cutting edge.
What factors influence the Material Removal Rate (MRR) in ECM?
The atomic weight of the work material.
What type of alloys is Hot Chamber Die Casting suitable for?
Low melting point alloys.
What is the formula for heat absorbed by the electrolyte?
H_e = q ρ_e c_e (T_f - T_i), where q is the flow rate, ρ_e is the density, c_e is the specific heat, T_i is the initial temperature, and T_f is the final temperature.
What does C_m represent in the economics of metal cutting?
Machining cost (in Rs. per minute).
What does Taylor's Tool Life Equation relate to?
It relates cutting speed, time, and tool life.
How is the shape factor (SF) defined?
SF = Length + Width + Thickness.
What is a riser in casting?
A reservoir of molten metal that allows hot metal to flow back into the mould cavity during solidification.
What are some binders used in core sand?
Linseed oil, core oil, resins, dextrin, molasses.
What is powder cutting used for?
To cut metals that are difficult to cut by oxy-fuel cutting, such as cast iron and stainless steel.
What materials are commonly used to make a cover in casting?
Mostly cast iron, although wood is also used sometimes.
What temperature can be produced in oxyacetylene welding?
About 3300° C in the oxidizing flame.
What is a Crucible Furnace typically used for?
It is preferred by smaller foundries for melting metal.
What is 'flank wear' associated with?
Flank wear occurs at low speed and is referred to as 'slow death.'
What is the cross-sectional area of the sand specimen?
20.268 cm².
What is an oxidizing flame?
A flame produced with a higher oxygen/acetylene ratio (O2 > C2H2), hotter than the neutral flame.
What methods are used in Casting Cleaning (Fettling)?
Strainer, Bottom well, and Skim bob.
What are gas defects in sand castings?
Defects caused by the trapping of gas in molten metal or mold gases during pouring.
What leads to metal penetration in casting?
Molten metal entering gaps between sand grains, resulting in a rough surface.
What is the parting line in casting?
The dividing line between the two moulding flasks that makes up the sand mould.
What are the two orthogonal components of the resultant force in metal cutting?
Fc (horizontal) and Ft (vertical).
What is moulding sand?
Freshly prepared refractory material used for making the mould cavity, typically a mix of 90% sand, 3% water, and 7% clay.
What is the chip thickness ratio (r) formula?
r = sin(φ) / (cos(φ) * V t / V l).
What is the electrode polarity for negative and positive in welding?
Negative: 70% heat at work end; Positive: 30% heat at work end.
What is the overall resistance like in spot resistance welding?
Very low between the overlapping plates.
What are the advantages of investment casting?
Exceptional surface polish, high dimensional precision, ability to cast complicated elements, and compatibility with almost any metal.
What is passed between the anode and cathode in ECM?
A high-amperage direct current through an electrolyte.
What is the purpose of risers in casting?
To feed liquid metal to the solidifying casting and compensate for solidification shrinkage.
What is the definition of SCC?
The maximum rated current required during arc generation.
What is the relationship between current density (J) and current (I) in ECM?
J = I / A, where A is the cross-sectional area of the electrode.
What is thermit welding?
A welding process that uses heat from an exothermic reaction between metal oxides and reducing agents to produce coalescence between metals.
What carbon content in steels causes no problems during welding?
Less than 0.3% carbon.
What is the formula for cutting velocity (Vc)?
Vc = Vmaterial + Vtool.
Which alloys are commonly used in Cold Chamber Die Casting?
Aluminum, Copper, Brass, Magnesium, etc.
In Caine's Method, what does 'Y' represent?
The ratio of the volume of the riser to the volume of the casting.
What factors contribute to tooling cost (C_t)?
Tool regrind cost and tool depreciation per service/replacement.
What happens to the surface metal during ECG?
It is changed to a metal oxide, which is then ground away by the abrasives.
What are the components of the coating material in an arc welding electrode?
What is the formula for uncut chip thickness in metal cutting?
t0 = fsin(λ), where f is feed and λ is approach angle.
What is reverse polarity in Electric Arc Welding?
When the work is negative and the electrode is positive.
What is plasma cutting?
A process that uses an ionized gas jet to cut materials resistant to oxy-fuel cutting.
What is the cope in casting?
The upper moulding flask.
What is the ratio of Oxygen to Acetylene for a neutral flame in gas welding?
1:1.
What is arc blow in DC arc welding?
A phenomenon that occurs during the welding of magnetic materials with DC, particularly noticeable with bare electrodes.
What is the relationship between depth of cut and width of chip in orthogonal cutting?
w = d/sin(λ), where w is width of chip and d is depth of cut.
At what temperature do iron and steel oxidize when heated?
Between 800°C to 1000°C.
What is the significance of the angle β in the Merchant Circle Diagram?
It represents the friction angle.
When is arc blow more common?
In DC welding with bare electrodes.
What is backing sand?
Made up of used and burnt sand.
What is a sprue in casting?
The passage through which molten metal from the pouring basin reaches the mould cavity.
What is the oxide cleaning action in AC welding?
Yes, it occurs once every half cycle.
What is the formula for optimum tool life for minimum cost in metal cutting?
T_o = 1/T_c * (C_n / (C_m + C_t))
What are the three zones of flank wear in metal cutting?
Primary wear zone, Secondary wear zone, Tertiary wear zone.
What is the production capacity of Hot Chamber Die Casting compared to Cold Chamber Die Casting?
Hot Chamber Die Casting has a higher production capacity due to shorter casting cycles.
What is the maximum power condition in EDM?
V c = 0.72 × V 0.
What is the purpose of a chaplet in casting?
To support cores inside the mould cavity.
What are the main factors that induce coalescence in welding?
Temperature, pressure, and metallurgical conditions.
What is a disadvantage of Cold Chamber Die Casting?
It has longer casting cycles, resulting in less product capacity.
What does the equation l²R = q ρ_e c_e (T_f - T_i) represent?
It accounts for all the heat losses in the system.
What is the formula for optimum tool life for maximum productivity?
T_o = 1/T_c * (n / (n - 1))
What is the tool electrode in Electrochemical Grinding (ECG)?
A rotating, metal bonded, diamond grit grinding wheel.
What is the formula for heat input in welding?
Heat input = b Vl A v (Joule/mm³)
What is a pattern in the casting process?
A replica of the object to be made, with modifications.
What is the general composition of a core sand mixture?
Core oil (1%) and water (2.5 to 6%).
What are the types of tool wear mentioned?
Flank wear, crater wear, and chipping off of the cutting edge.
What is the drag in casting?
The lower moulding flask.
What is a neutral flame in oxyacetylene welding?
A flame produced with an oxygen/acetylene ratio of about 1:1, which is chemically neutral.
What role do abrasive particles play in ECG?
They act as an insulating spacer.
What is the function of a Loose Piece Pattern?
Used when the contour of the part makes it difficult to withdraw the pattern from the mould.
Which gases are commonly used in gas shielded welding?
Argon, helium, nitrogen, carbon dioxide, and mixtures of these gases.
What are the functions of electrode coating in welding?
Provide a protective atmosphere, stabilize the arc, provide protective slag, reduce spatter, add alloying elements, and affect arc penetration.
What is the frequency range used in Ultrasonic Welding?
10 to 200 kHz.
What are the three types of chips in machining?
Continuous chip, Discontinuous chip, Continuous chip with Built-Up Edge (BUE).
What is spot welding?
A type of resistance welding that joins metals by applying pressure and passing current.
What is the relationship between 'h t', 'h s', and 'h c' in the top gate design?
h t = h s + h c.
What applications are suitable for Submerged Arc Welding (SAW)?
Pressure vessels, ship bridges, LPG cylinders, etc.
What is a runner in casting?
The passageways in the parting plane through which molten metal flow is regulated before reaching the mould cavity.
What are the limitations of investment casting?
Costly patterns and molds, high labor costs, and limited size.
What is the purpose of a core in casting?
To make cavities and hollow projections.
What is the formula for Metal Removal Rate (MRR) in orthogonal cutting?
MRR = A_c * v = w * t_0 * v.
What is the typical voltage and current combination used in commercial ECM?
Low voltage and high current.
What is the formula for constant voltage machines?
OCV + SCC = V.
What is the primary use of a Cupola furnace?
It is the most widely used furnace for melting cast iron.
What polarity is used in d.c. for overhead welding in arc welding?
Reverse polarity.
What shape are the electrodes in resistance seam welding?
Circular disc.
What causes shrinkage cavities in casting?
Liquid shrinkage occurring during the solidification of the casting.
What is the significance of specific resistance of electrolyte (S) in ECM?
It affects the current flow and efficiency of the machining process.
What are the shielding methods used in welding?
Flux coating, Flux granules, CO2, Vacuum.
What is the cutting component denoted as in the Merchant Circle Diagram?
F_c.
What is the standard air pressure used in the casting process?
10 g/cm².
What is the difference between True Centrifugal Casting and Semi-Centrifugal Casting?
Semi-Centrifugal Casting uses centrifugal force to assist the flow of metal from a central reservoir to the extremities of a rotating mold.
What is the chief advantage of an Induction Furnace?
The heat source is isolated from the charge, allowing slag and flux to get heat directly from the charge.
What is the suggested duty cycle for automatic welding?
100%.
What is a scab defect in casting?
Occurs when a portion of the mold face lifts or breaks down, filled by metal.
What is the temperature at the inner cone of the flame in Oxyacetylene gas welding?
Around 3200°C.
What does the equation N = F_c * t * F * cos(α) - F * sin(α) represent?
The normal force in the Merchant Circle Diagram.
What is the volume of air used in the permeability formula?
2000 cm³.
What are typical impact pressures in Explosion Welding?
Millions of psi.
What is the typical thickness range for materials joined using Submerged Arc Welding (SAW)?
10-50 mm.
What is a pouring basin?
A small funnel-shaped cavity at the top of the mould into which molten metal is poured.
What is the effect of straight polarity (electrode negative) in d.c. welding?
It results in a lower deposition rate.
What does the variable 'A' represent in the context of ECM?
A represents the atomic weight.
What type of sand is used for making cores?
Clay-free silica sand.
Why is cutting cast iron difficult?
Its melting temperature is lower than iron oxide.
What is a flask in casting?
A box-like structure made of rectangular or circular walls, without a bottom or top.
What does F_n represent in the Merchant Circle Diagram?
Normal to shear force.
What type of furnace is suitable for heavy steel castings?
Electric Arc Furnace.
What materials are external chills made from?
High-heat-capacity, high-thermal-conductivity materials.
What is the modulus method in riser design?
If the modulus of the riser exceeds the modulus of the casting by a factor of 1.2, feeding during solidification is satisfactory.
What is the formula for net buoyancy force in casting?
Net Buoyancy Force = Weight of Liquid Metal Displaced – Weight of Core.
How can flux be used in welding?
As a powder, in a flux paste, or pre-coated on rods.
What causes the cut and washes defect?
Insufficient strength of molding sand and high velocity of molten metal flow.
What is the maximum plate thickness that can be cut using plasma cutting?
200 mm.
Why do cores need to have higher permeability?
To allow gases evolving from molten metal to escape.
What is the main characteristic of Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding?
An arc is established between a non-consumable tungsten electrode and the workpiece.
What is a key advantage of resistance welding?
No other materials are needed to create the bond, making it cost-effective.
What is a Skeleton Pattern?
A pattern made of strips of wood used to build the final pattern by packing sand around it.
What does the Orthogonal Rake System (ORS) include?
Inclination angle (i), orthogonal rake angle (α), side relief angle (γ), end relief angle (γ1), end cutting edge angle (C e), principal cutting edge angle (λ), and nose radius (R).
What important factors are considered in Explosion Welding?
Critical velocity and critical angle.
What is mold shift in casting defects?
Occurs when cope and drag or molding boxes are not properly aligned.
What is the orientation of the cutting edge in orthogonal machining?
The cutting edge is perpendicular to the direction of cutting velocity.
How is powder cutting performed?
By injecting finely divided 200-mesh iron powder into the flame.
What are cut and washes in molding material defects?
Rough spots and areas of excess metal caused by erosion of molding sand by flowing metal.
What does F_t represent in the Merchant Circle Diagram?
Thrust component.
Which factor has the greatest effect on tool life according to the modified Taylor's equation?
Cutting speed.
What is 'crater wear' associated with?
Crater wear occurs at high speed and is also referred to as 'slow death.'
What is a cheek in casting?
An intermediate moulding flask used in three-piece moulding.
What is resistance welding?
The joining of metals by applying pressure and passing current through the metal area to be joined.
What is a Sweep Pattern used for?
To generate large shapes that are axi-symmetrical or prismatic, such as bell-shaped or cylindrical.
What is fusion in casting defects?
Fusion of sand grains with molten metal, giving a brittle, glassy appearance.
What is a bottom board in casting?
A board, normally made of wood, used at the start of the mould making.
What are inclusions in casting?
Particles of slag, refractory materials, or deoxidation products trapped in the casting.
What is the welding speed for Submerged Arc Welding (SAW)?
5 m/min.
What are the three modes of metal transfer in welding?
Globular, spray, and short-circuit.
What does V represent in the context of metal cutting?
Cutting speed (in m/min).
What is the role of the 'upset' in Friction Welding?
It is a lateral force that plastically displaces and fuses the materials.
What is Slush Casting?
A variation of the permanent mold process where metal remains in the mold until a shell of desired thickness forms, then the remaining liquid is poured out.
In the modified Taylor's equation, what do 'd' and 'f' represent?
'd' represents depth of cut and 'f' represents feed rate.
What does 'chipping off of the cutting edge' signify?
It signifies 'sudden death' of the tool.
What is the formula for permeability number?
R = VH / pAT.
Why is the velocity in the top gate important?
Because it minimizes the time taken to fill the mold and the temperature gradient.
How is the arc generated in Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)?
Between a consumable electrode and the workpiece.
Which metals are well suited for Explosion Welding?
Metals prone to brittle joints when heat welded, such as aluminum on steel and titanium on steel.
What is a core in casting?
Used for making hollow cavities in castings.
What does the term 'chip compression ratio' refer to?
It is another name for the inverse of chip ratio (h), where h > 1.
What is a bead in welding?
The metal added during a single pass of welding, made of the same material as the base metal.
Why must internal chills be made from the same alloy as the casting?
Because they become part of the final casting.
What is Ultrasonic Welding (USW)?
A solid-state welding process that uses high-frequency vibrations to join materials under light pressure.
What materials are commonly used for patterns?
Wood, metal, and wax (for investment casting).
What are the two classifications of gas defects?
Blowholes and pinhole porosity.
What is the rule to remember tool designation in ANSI or ASA?
Rake (α b α s), relief (γ e γ s), cutting edge (C e C s), side comes last, finish with nose radius (inch).
What causes swell in casting dimensions?
Movement of the mold wall under met allostatic forces.
What is the formula for calculating filling time in the bottom gate?
t bottom = 2(1)(2) t t g A h h H A g - -.
What is the inverse of chip ratio or chip reduction factor (h)?
h = 1/r, where r < 1.
What is the heat balance in the arc for AC welding?
50% at work end and 50% at electrode end.
What is the formula for calculating the ASTM grain size number?
N = 2n - 1.
Why are metal patterns more advantageous than wood patterns?
They are more dimensionally stable and durable.
What causes the pinch effect in welding?
Electromagnetic forces.
What is a key feature of Submerged Arc Welding (SAW)?
The arc is submerged under solid flux, preventing heat transfer loss and splashing.
What is a mis-run defect in casting?
When metal is unable to fill the mold cavity completely, leaving unfilled cavities.
What is RPDC arc-welding preferred for?
Difficult tasks such as overhead welding.
How can the components of force in metal cutting be measured?
Using a dynamometer.
What is the relationship between inclination angle (i) and cutting types?
For orthogonal cutting, i = 0; for oblique cutting, i ≠ 0.
What is the relationship between shear angle (φ) and chip thickness ratio (r)?
tan(φ) = (cos(α) / sin(α)) * (1 - r) / r.
What is the penetration characteristic of negative electrode polarity?
Deep and narrow.
What is the principal cutting edge angle (λ) formula?
λ = 90 - C s.
What causes a cold shut in casting?
When two streams of metal do not fuse together properly in the mold cavity.
What is a gate in casting?
The actual entry point through which molten metal enters the mould cavity at a controlled rate.